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In recent months, six senators from the 'sovereignist' parties have joined the PSD, with Ioan Rusu being the latest. Rusu, who has four apartments and a wife in high-ranking state positions, announced his affiliation on November 9. Previously part of S.O.S. Romania, he was expelled in September 2025 and later joined the now-defunct PACE group. His wealth includes jewelry and watches valued over €10,000, and he holds multiple jobs with a total annual salary of over 140,000 lei. His wife, Mădălina, has held several director positions in state companies, including a significant role at Electrica Furnizare and later at the Bucharest Airports Company.